Franciscan Health Launches New Procedure for Chronic Back Pain Relief

Franciscan Health Introduces Innovative Back Pain Treatment Patients suffering from persistent lower back discomfort now have access to the VIA Disc NP procedure at the Franciscan Health Pain Management Center in Dyer. Performed by Dr. Prasanth Nuthakki, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Franciscan Health, this minimally invasive procedure is designed for individuals whose spinal disc deterioration impairs their ability to sit, bend, or stand for prolonged periods. "Chronic low back pain is among the most common health complaints," Dr. Nuthakki explained. "Traditionally, treatment options were limited to steroid injections or invasive surgery. The VIA Disc NP offers a groundbreaking alternative." This technique employs regenerative medicine to restore the spine's natural cushioning. Healthy disc tissue is processed into a purified allograft gel derived from tissue donation, then injected into the affected disc under local anesthesia. "Think of it as giving your spine a second chance," Dr. Nuthakki said. "We aim to promote disc healing rather than merely masking pain. It's akin to gel injections used for knee joints, providing an effective option before co...